Pace TDC778X Operator Guide

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited pay-per-view uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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Other trademarks listed herein are the proper ty of their respective owners.
The model number, serial number and electrical rating of this set-top are on a label on its base.
Copyright © 2007 Pace Micro Technology plc. All rights reserved.
CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION .............................................................................................2
REAR PANEL ...................................................................................................................8
CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT ........................................................................ 10
Connecting your TV to the AC power supply ................................................ 14
OPERATING YOUR SET-TOP ................................................................................... 15
Turning your set-top on and off ......................................................................... 15
Using your remote control ................................................................................. 16
Lightning storms ....................................................................................................16
Using the front-panel buttons ............................................................................17
Your set-top’s DVR functions ............................................................................. 18
Using an external hard disk ................................................................................ 19
Using RF bypass .....................................................................................................20
MAKING USER SETTINGS ....................................................................................... 21
About User Settings ............................................................................................. 21
About the TV Aspect Ratio ................................................................................. 22
About TV Display Capability (resolution settings) ......................................... 23
Auto Pillarbox ........................................................................................................ 26
Making Closed Caption settings ........................................................................28
Front Panel Settings .............................................................................................. 30
Restoring the factory default settings ..............................................................31
USING ZOOM ............................................................................................................. 33
USING THE SETUP MENUS .....................................................................................34
SOLVING PROBLEMS ................................................................................................ 35
TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR USE OF SOFTWARE (“TERMS”) ........... 40
OPEN SOURCE LICENSES ....................................................................................... 42
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
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ATTENTION
This digital set-top has been manufactured and tested with your safety in mind. However, improper use can result in potential electric shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your set-top, please observe the precautions discussed in this document.
Warnings on your set-top
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within a triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous” voltages within your set-top’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert you to the presence of important instructions in the literature accompanying your set-top.
Other warnings
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover of your set-top. There are no user-serviceable parts inside it.
Do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so. refer all servicing to qualified ser vice personnel. servicing the set-
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top yourself will invalidate the warranty.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this set­top to rain or moisture.
On the rear panel of your set-top there is a tamper-evident label that states ‘Warranty void if broken or removed’.
To avoid possible damage to the internal hard disk, do not pick up or move your set-top while it is connected to the wall AC outlet. If you want to move your set-top, first stop any recording, then turn off your set-top and wait 60 seconds before disconnecting it. You should handle your set-top carefully, as any damage you cause to the internal hard disk (or any other component) will invalidate your warranty.
Installation
The installation of your set-top should be carried out by a qualified installer and should conform to local codes.
Note to the installer
This reminder is provided to call the attention of the cable-TV-system installer to Section 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (USA), which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as is practical.
Service address: Pace Micro Technology (Support Services) Ltd. 3701 FAU Boulevard, Suite 200, Boca Raton Florida, 33431, U.S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before you install or use the apparatus, you must read and understand these Important Safety Instructions. At all times when using the apparatus you must follow these Important Safety Instructions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding­type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into the outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)
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In addition to the Important Safety Instructions, please read the Safety Information below.
Power sources
You must operate your set-top only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. If you move your set-top between locations at different temperatures, allow it to reach room temperature before you apply power to it.
Water and moisture
Do not expose your set-top to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on your set-top. See also item 5 in the Important Safety Instructions.
Lightning
For added protection for your set-top during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, disconnect the cable system from your set-top. See also item 13 in the Important Safety Instructions.
Placement and mounting
Do not place your set-top on an unstable or uneven surface. Your set-top may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to your set-top. If you mount your set-top, for example to a wall or ceiling, follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. See also item 12 in the Important Safety Instructions.
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Ventilation
Slots and openings in the casing of your set-top are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of your set-top and to protect it from overheating.
• Never block the ventilation openings by placing your set-top on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
• Never cover the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, table-cloths or curtains.
• Do not place your set-top in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or you have adhered to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• It is recommended that you maintain a minimum distance of 1 inch around your set-top for sufficient ventilation.
See also item 7 in the Important Safety Instructions.
Entry of objects and liquids
Never push objects of any kind into your set-top through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out par ts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on your set-top.
SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)
electric service equipment
power service grounding electrode system (NEC ART 250, PART H)
grounding conductors (NEC section 810-21)
antenna-discharge unit (NEC section 810-20)
antenna lead-in wire
ground clamps
ground clamps
Transporting
Move the combination of set-top and cart with care. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the combination of set-top and cart to overturn. See also item 12 in the Important Safety Instructions.
Outdoor antenna grounding
Be sure that any outside antenna or cable system connected to your set-top is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges that have built up. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code (USA), ANSI/NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode. See the diagram below.
(Example antenna grounding as per National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70)
Risk of fire or scorching
Never place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or adjacent to your set-top.
Ambient temperature
The operating temperature range of your set-top is 32-104°F. If the ambient temperature around your set-top falls outside this range, you must correct this in order for your set-top to work correctly and safely. For example, if the temperature is too high, switch on the air conditioning.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or other power outlets as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure that the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. See also item 14 in the Important Safety Instructions.
Safety check
Upon completion of any servicing or repairs to your set-top, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that your set-top is in its proper operating condition. See also item 14 in the Important Safety Instructions.
SAVE THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)
Safety aspects of connections
Full details of the rear panel are on page 8.
Connecting
Do not connect your set-top (or any other equipment such as a TV or VCR) to the power supply until you have properly connected all the other cables.
Your set-top operates with a 120 V AC, 60 Hz power supply. Do not connect your set-top to any supply other than this.
This set-top is equipped with a two-wire power cord, with a polarized plug at one end. The other end of the cord is fitted with a polarized connector, which is shaped such that it can be fitted only one way into the power input jack of your set-top. Connect this end first, before inserting the polarized plug into the wall socket­outlet.
Disconnecting
Disconnect your set-top from the power supply before you disconnect any other equipment from its rear panel.
The only way to disconnect your set-top from the power supply is to remove the power cord from the wall socket-outlet. Your set-top must therefore be installed near to the wall socket-outlet, which should be easily accessible.
The POWER OUTLET plug is designed only for connection to the AC power cord for a TV. The maximum power it can supply is 500 watts.
Do not connect any equipment that uses more than 500 watts, or any non-TV equipment such as a toaster or hair dryer.
The CABLE IN connector is designed for connection to a cable network only.
You must not connect any other equipment, such as a VCR, to this input.
POWER INPUT
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SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)
Epilepsy and on-screen images
Certain people are susceptible to epileptic seizures or losing consciousness when faced with certain types of flashing lights in our daily environment.
These people are exposed to the risk of seizures if they watch certain television images or if they view certain images while they are browsing the Web. These phenomena may appear even when the subject has no previous history of this problem or has never suffered an epileptic seizure.
If you, or a member of your family, has already suffered symptoms linked to epilepsy (seizure or loss of consciousness) in the presence of stimulation by light, please consult your doctor before using this product.
If you or any person using the equipment experiences dizziness, involuntary movements or convulsion, please immediately stop viewing and consult a doctor.
When you are browsing the Web or playing a Web-based game, take the following precautions:
• Use the equipment in a well-lit room, and turn down the brightness of your television screen.
• Sit at a reasonable distance from your television screen.
• Take a break for ten minutes every hour.
You should avoid using the Web if you are tired or have lost some sleep.
Regulatory information
CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify your set-top without written authorization from the manufacturer. Unauthorized modification could void your authority to operate your set-top.
NOTE
Your set-top has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Your set-top generates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If your set-top does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning your set-top off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between your set-top and the receiver.
• Connect your set-top to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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REAR PANEL
VIDEO OUT Composite video output
CABLE IN From cable service-provider
TO TV RF output to the TV or VCR
AUDIO OUT Audio outputs
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(stereo, L and R)
IR RECEIVE Infra-red input from a remote “eye”
Separable security module
(behind cover) Removal will interrupt your service
S-VIDEO S-video output
COMPONENT VIDEO Component video output for
analog HDTV
Universal Serial Bus (USB)
For future use
HDMI Video and audio output for digital HDTV
IR TRANSMIT Infra-red output to control a VCR (future use)
ETHERNET For future use
SATA For connection to an optional external hard disk
OPTICAL AUDIO OUT Optical S/PDIF audio output
1394 For connections to 1394-compatible devices
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Electrical S/PDIF audio output
POWER OUTLET (500 W max.)
POWER INPUT (Make this connection last of all)
REAR PANEL (cont.)
CABLE IN Connect the cable service here.
TO TV Connect to the RF/antenna input on your TV or
VCR (optional).
VIDEO OUT Connect to the video composite input on your
VCR (or a standard TV).
AUDIO OUT Connect to the L and R audio inputs on your
stereo TV, stereo VCR or optional stereo amplifier.
Separable security module (behind cover)
COMPONENT VIDEO
S-VIDEO Connect to the S-video input (if present) on your
IR RECEIVE Connect to an optional remote “eye”.
IR TRANSMIT Connect to an optional VCR controller (future use).
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
Removal will interrupt your service.
If your HDTV does not have an HDMI (see below), connect your HDTV here.
VCR or TV.
Connect to compatible optional equipment that supports a USB 2.0 interface (future use).
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
ETHERNET Connect to an optional PC network (future use).
SATA Connect to an optional external hard disk.
1394 Connect to 1394-compatible devices.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
OPTICAL AUDIO OUT
POWER OUTLET Connect your TV’s power cord here to provide
POWER INPUT Connect your set-top’s power cord here.
If your HDTV has an HDMI, connect it here for a digital audio/video connection (instead of using the AUDIO and 3 analog COMPONENT VIDEO connectors).
Connect to the electrical digital audio input on optional digital audio equipment, such as an audio decoder or home theater receiver.
Connect to the optical digital audio input on optional digital audio equipment.
AC power to your TV.
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CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT
Your set-top fully complies with international DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) standards. In order for you to view programs broadcast in high-definition, your set­top must be connected to a suitable HDTV or computer monitor. Your set-top is also compatible with standard-definition TVs and VCRs.
Your equipment should have been connected up by your installer. However, if you need to disconnect and re-connect your equipment, please read pages 10 to 14.
On pages 12 and 13 there are two typical connection set-ups for an HDTV, VCR, DVD player and home theater receiver.
These set-ups make efficient use of the connectors on your set-top. However, depending on your other equipment and the connectors on it, the person who installed your system may have chosen to connect things up differently.
Both set-ups allow stereo recording and play-back of video tapes. You hear stereo sound from the home theater’s loudspeakers.
Although the RF cables (shown by dashed lines in the diagrams) are not absolutely necessary, we recommend that you connect them as a back-up and so that you can use the RF bypass. If you use the RF cables, you must tune our TV (and VCR) to your set-top’s VHF output channel (3 or 4: consult your cable service-provider to find which channel it is for your location). Consult the manuals supplied with your TV and VCR for information on how to tune.
You can take advantage of the digital audio output from your set-top by connecting a suitable cable between your home theater receiver and the OPTICAL AUDIO OUT jack (as shown in the diagrams) or the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack.
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WARNINGS
Do not connect your set-top (or any other equipment such as a TV or VCR) to the AC power supply until you have properly connected all the other cables.
Disconnect your set-top from the AC power supply before you disconnect any other equipment from its rear panel.
The only way to disconnect your set-top from the AC power supply is to remove the AC power cord (or switch the wall socket-outlet switch, if present, to its OFF position). Your set-top must therefore be installed near to the AC power socket-outlet, which should be easily accessible.
The power outlet is designed only for connection to the AC power cord for a TV. The maximum power it can supply is 500 watts. Do not connect any equipment that uses more than 500 watts, or any non-TV equipment such as a toaster or hair dryer.
The cable input is designed for connection to a cable network only. You must not connect any other equipment, such as a VCR, to this input.
Any cable connected to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT must be 75 ohm coaxial, not regular audio cable.
CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT (cont.)
Set-up A - Home theater system with HDTV (HDMI connection)
Set-up A (see page 12) uses an HDMI (high definition multimedia interface) connector to connect to the HDTV. This displays the highest quality picture on the HDTV and also means there will be no picture degradation on any future copy-protected programs (provided the link remains secure – see right).
Variation
S-video provides a better TV picture than composite video, therefore, if your TV and VCR have S-video connectors, replace the composite video connection with an S-video connection to your VCR, then connect directly via an S-video connection from your VCR to your TV (or loop through your home theater receiver if you prefer).
Set-up B - Home theater system with HDTV (Component video / YPbPr connection)
Set-up B (see page 13) uses a component video connection to connect to the HDTV. This displays a high definition picture on your TV.
NOTE
How you set up your equipment may depend on your home theater receiver. For example, the optical and digital audio inputs may be associated with particular video inputs. Please see your home theater user information for further details.
NOTE
Copy protection via HDMI secure link
The HDMI link between your set­top and your TV/monitor should be a secure link. When your set­top is attached via a HDMI cable to an HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection)
-compliant monitor, the monitor and set-top negotiate a secure link, which allows your set-top to transmit full resolution video (picture) to your TV/monitor.
Not all monitors support HDCP. If your set-top is connected to a monitor that does not support HDCP, the following is displayed:
Your HDTV does not support HDCP. Please use the YPbPr component connection to watch TV.
The HDMI output is then disabled, so no picture is transmitted from this connector. In that case use the component video connectors to connect up (see Set-up B).
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CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT (cont.)
ANTENNA/ RF IN
TV / RF OUT
ANTENNA/
RF IN
LEFT AUDIO IN
RIGHT AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
LEFT AUDIO IN
RIGHT AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
POWER
LEFT AUDIO OUT
RIGHT AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
CABLE INPUT
HDTV
VCR
DVD
LEFT AUDIO IN
VCR IN
RIGHT AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
PB/CB
PR/CR
Y
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
HOME THEATER RECEIVER
OPTICAL AUDIO IN
COAXIAL AUDIO IN
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
OPTICAL COAXIAL
PB/CB IN
PR/CR IN
Y IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
POWER
POWER
POWER
HDMI
WALL AC OUTLET
WALL AC OUTLETS
Set-up A
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ANTENNA/ RF IN
TV / RF OUT
ANTENNA/
RF IN
LEFT AUDIO IN
RIGHT AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
LEFT AUDIO IN
RIGHT AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
POWER
LEFT AUDIO OUT
RIGHT AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
CABLE INPUT
HDTV
VCR
DVD
LEFT AUDIO IN
VCR IN
RIGHT AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
HOME THEATER RECEIVER
OPTICAL AUDIO IN
COAXIAL AUDIO IN
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
OPTICAL COAXIAL
POWER
POWER
POWER
WALL AC OUTLETS
WALL AC OUTLET
PB/CB IN
PR/CR IN
Y IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
Set-up B
CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT (cont.)
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CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT (cont.)
WARNINGS
Do not connect your set-top (or any other equipment such as a TV or VCR) to the AC power supply until you have properly connected all the other cables.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plugs on power cords. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. This plug fits into the outlet in only one way; match the wide blade of the plug to the wide slot of the outlet.
Connecting your TV to the AC power supply
If your TV has a rating of less than 500 W, connect the power cord from your TV into the connector labeled “POWER OUTLET” on the rear panel of your set-top. This saves a wall outlet (although, if your TV is rated 500 W or more, you must connect it to a wall outlet).
Connecting the power cord to your set-top
Before you connect your set-top to a wall outlet, connect the polarized socket on the power cord into the plug labeled “POWER INPUT” on your set-top’s rear panel.
Connecting equipment to the wall AC outlets
Connect the polarized plugs on the power cords from your set-top, VCR and any other equipment into wall AC outlets. If these outlets have switches, switch them to ON.
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OPERATING YOUR SET-TOP
Turning your set-top on and off
After you have connected your set-top to the wall AC outlet (and switched this outlet ON, if it has a switch), the light next to the power button on your set-top’s front panel should be red.
Wait for a few seconds, then press the button labeled power on the front panel of your set-top to turn it on. The light next to the power button goes from red to green, to show that your set-top is on.
If the light next to the power button is neither red nor green, there is a problem.
To turn your set-top on or off at any time, press the power button on its front panel or the POWER button on your remote control (first making sure your remote control is set to control your set-top).
Never turn off your set-top by simply disconnecting it from the power supply. If you need to disconnect your set-top, first stop any recording. Then turn off the set-top by pressing the power button on its front panel or on your remote control, so that the light by the power button goes red. Then wait 60 seconds before disconnecting your set-top at the wall AC outlet.
NOTES
It is important that, unless there is a lightning storm or you will be away from your home for a long time, you do not unplug your set-top at the wall AC outlet (or do not switch it off there, if the outlet has a switch). Your set-top cannot be updated with new features, through the cable, if it is disconnected from the AC power supply.
Depending on your set-top’s settings, if you switch your set-top off, any TV that is attached to your set­top’s POWER OUTLET may also turn off. For more details, see page 34.
To turn on your set-top, press the power button.
The light next to the button changes from red to green.
Front panel display, showing the time (see page 34)
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